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PJ03 UTX

2003 Skoda Octavia

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

189,766 mi
Last recorded189,766 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Skoda Octavia102,585 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ03 UTX
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2019 189,766 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 185,834 miles

all brakes corroded

Pass 6 Jan 2017 182,466 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 177,311 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 173,016 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 168,734 miles

oil level low

Pass 8 Jan 2013 162,547 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 154,173 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 147,590 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 147,590 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 140,618 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 132,406 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 125,580 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 116,561 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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PJ03 UTX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 102,585 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ03 UTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Skoda Octavia is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJ03 UTX registered?

PJ03 UTX is a 2003 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 27 August 2003.

Is PJ03 UTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ03 UTX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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